Golden Outback

This section covers the inland and eastern parts of WA. I talk about wide open roads, ghost towns, wildflowers and the quieter places that many travellers miss.

  • The Best Albany to Esperance Road Trip Via Bremer Bay: Locals Guide

    Have you been searching for the best Albany to Esperance road trip itinerary? We’ve made the road trip from Albany to Esperance a few times, with different stops along the way. Let us share with you our experiences from the historic port town of Albany to the pristine beaches of Esperance and the towns that…

  • Kalgoorlie:The Best Guide to the Heart of the Goldfields

    This comprehensive guide to Kalgoorlie, a town steeped in history and blessed with stunning landscapes, shows you the most captivating sights, introduces you to the town’s vibrant culture and reveals off-the-beaten-path destinations that make Kalgoorlie truly one-of-a-kind. With the humungous Super Pit and the charming heritage architecture lining Hannan Street, Western Australia’s iconic mining town…

  • The Best Esperance Accommodation Guide

    Esperance, found in the southern part of Western Australia, is known for its natural beauty, incredible marine life, and kangaroos on the beach. There are many accommodation options, ranging from camping and caravan parks to luxury stays. This article provides you with a list of the best accommodation options in Esperance. Esperance Accommodation Summary Hotel…

  • Wave Rock Australia: Best Things to do and Accommodation

    Wave Rock is a multi-coloured granite rock shaped like a wave in the Wheatbelt town of Hyden, Western Australia. The 15m high rock is 110 m long and impressive to see up close. It’s one of the most popular tours from Perth. We visited Wave Rock as part of our Perth to Esperance road trip….

  • The Best Perth to Esperance Road Trip Itinerary

    Kaya/hello. I’m Wendy and have lived in Western Australia for over twenty years. During this time I’ve been on countless road trips within our state, including Esperance. In this post, I’ll be sharing Esperance road trip itineraires which include a variety of destinations depending on the length of time you have. Perth to Esperance Road…

  • Best Things to do in Esperance

    As locals, we have visited Esperance on a Perth to Esperance road trip. I’ve lived in WA for over 20 years, and Dave was born here, so we’ve spent many years exploring our state. Esperance is in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia and lies on the Southern Coast, about 720 km from Perth, the…